Administrative Assistant

Improving America’s infrastructure isn’t for the weak. It takes grit, determination, and hard work to execute high impact projects. Michels Corporation engages 8,000 people and 18,000 pieces of heavy equipment in our insatiable drive to be the best. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career as an Accounts Payable Specialist can change yours.

As an Administrative Assistant, you will provide day-to-day administrative support under supervision in our Labor Relations Department. This position will assist with data entry in multiple systems, pulling rates, and other administrative tasks. Critical for success are strong attention to detail, prioritize and the ability to multitask.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide broad administrative support to the labor department.


• Perform transactional data entry into systems with a high degree of accuracy. Scan, organize, and file labor-related documents.


• Maintain various internal databases, assist with correspondence.


• Verify and manage documentation for various labor-related processes.  


• Answer, screen, and forward incoming phone calls, while providing basic information when needed. Take and deliver accurate messages.


• Write, proofread and distribute/mail correspondence, reports, and letters as requested.


• Assist management with development and assembly of presentation materials.


• Other duties as assigned.

 Why Michels?

• We are consistently ranked among the top 10% of Engineering News-Record’s Top 400 Contractors


• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality


• We are family owned and operated


• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year


• We reward hard work and dedication with limitless opportunities


• We believe it is everyone’s responsibility to promote safety, regardless of job titles.


• We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan.  Depending on your positions and location you may participate in a different benefit plan. 

Why you?

• You thrive in fast-paced environments under tight deadlines


• You are organized and professional


• You relish new challenges and evolving technology


• You enjoy collaborating and communicating with your teammates


• You deliver exemplary customer service through interactions with others

What it takes:

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with project management tools is a plus.


• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with strong attention to detail.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to multitask and prioritize workloads in a fast-paced environment.


• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to tackling challenges.


• A high level of professionalism and discretion in handling confidential information.


• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field is a plus.